Hospitality packages

7 October 2005 09:23

By Alastair Downey

WITH most of the hospitality packages already sold out at Kingsholm this season, the European Challenge Cup is one of the last opportunities to enjoy the match day experience in the unique Gloucester atmosphere.

Gloucester start their Challenge Cup campaign this month against Bucuresti before following it up with extremely important games against Toulon in December and Aviron Bayonnais in the new year.

Hospitality packages are still available in the prestigious Touchline Restaurant, which is ideal for smaller groups of 2-10 people. Within the comfort of this corporate lounge you can enjoy a superb four course lunch before taking your place on the private viewing balcony which has the best view over the hallowed Kingsholm turf.

Alternatively, you can enjoy a hot fork buffet lunch and entertain your guests within your own private executive suite. All executive suites have their own viewing balcony, colour TV facilities and private bar.

Both before and after the match, some of the Gloucester players will also come and visit your suite ensuring your day out at Kingsholm is a memorable one.

Ed Slater took part in his first training session with his new team-mates on Tuesday morning, and told GRTV afterwards that a few familiar faces will help him settle in quickly ahead of an exciting season.

GRTV caught up with Gloucester Rugby's new signing Jason Woodward during his first week of preseason at the club. The new face spoke of his delight to be at the club, and in familiar surroundings of Hartpury College

Stephen Thomas, a regular at Gloucester Rugby's Walking Rugby sessions is in line for a top prize after being nominated for Premiership Rugby's BREAKTHRU Achiever of the Year award. He admitted to GRTV to being shocked and humbled by the news.

After a long build-up, Gloucester's Ross Moriarty made his first appearance in a British & Irish Lions shirt on Saturday. Speaking after the game, he admitted that it was good to finally get into action.

Lewis Ludlow, who has enjoyed a fine personal season, admitted to massive disappointment after the loss to Stade Francais but looked to draw positives before thanking the Gloucester fans for their support.

Friday evening will see Matt Scott return to Murrayfield, a venue he is very familiar with. Speaking ahead of the final, he admitted that he's incredibly excited about the European Rugby Challenge Cup Final against Stade Francais.